Yabusame (horseback archery) has its roots in the Kamakura period when samurai used the competition to improve their skills (indeed, Kamakura is host to a much ...
The Hawarinbayaru, meaning “Spring Festival,” is Japan’s largest celebration of Mongolian culture. Organized by Mongolian students, the event foster...
Tokorozawa Aviation Memorial Park, Tokorozawa, Saitama
Tokyo Craft Beer Week sees over 150 bars and restaurants participate in a city-wide tribute to artisanal brewing. The festival’s massive outdoor centerpiece has...
A historical festival in Tokyo, the Teruhime Matsuri re-enacts a 15th-century legend with costumed processions and a stage performance. The event is held annually in late April.
A spring festival in Tokyo, the Meiji Jingu Grand Festival presents traditional Japanese performances, including Bugaku dance, Noh theater, and martial arts demonstrations.
A traditional festival in Tokyo, Kurayami Matsuri is held in early May. Its main events include nighttime processions with portable shrines and floats.
A festival in Ome, the Ome Grand Festival on May 2-3 features a procession of twelve floats that compete in musical battles, accompanied by nearly 300 street stalls.
An antique fair in Tokyo, this large indoor event hosts nearly 300 dealers five times a year, offering high-quality Japanese antiques like ceramics and textiles for serious collectors.
A cultural festival in Tokyo, the Cambodia Festival offers Cambodian food, crafts, and dance performances. It serves to strengthen relations between Japan and Cambodia.
